What is the cheapest way to get from Belfast to Baltray?

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Baltray is to train and line 168 bus which costs €18 - €28 and takes 3h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Belfast to Baltray?

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Baltray is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs €20 - €30.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Baltray?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast to Baltray. However, there are services departing from Belfast Grand Central and arriving at Baltray via Stapleton Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Belfast to Baltray?

The distance between Belfast and Baltray is 137 km. The road distance is 117.8 km.

How do I travel from Belfast to Baltray without a car?

The best way to get from Belfast to Baltray without a car is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs €21 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Belfast to Baltray?

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Belfast to Baltray, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Baltray bus from?

Belfast to Baltray bus services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Belfast Grand Central station.

Train or bus from Belfast to Baltray?

The best way to get from Belfast to Baltray is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs €21 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus and line 168 bus, which costs and takes 3h 21m.

Where does the Belfast to Baltray bus arrive?

Belfast to Baltray bus services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dundalk station.

Can I drive from Belfast to Baltray?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Baltray is 118 km. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Belfast to Baltray.

Where can I stay near Baltray?

There are 96+ hotels available in Baltray.

Belfast to Baltray - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 168 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Belfast to Baltray by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Drogheda1 Gc->Dn
2h 15m
€22–33
Train, line 168 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Dundalk1 Gc->Dn
2. Take the bus from Stapleton Place to Baltray168
3h 21m
€19–28
Bus, line 168 bus
1. Take the bus from Belfast Grand Central to Dundalk143 / ...
2. Take the bus from Stapleton Place to Baltray168
3h 21m
Drive 117.8 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Baltray117.8 km
1h 26m
€21–30

Belfast to Baltray by train and bus

98Weekly Services

2h 15mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 137.4 km
Duration: 2h 15m

What companies run services between Belfast, Northern Ireland and Baltray, Ireland?

Translink operates a train from Great Victoria Street to Drogheda hourly. Tickets cost €15–22 and the journey takes 1h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Belfast Grand Central to Baltray via Dundalk and Stapleton Place in around 3h 21m.

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